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Professional Diploma in Leadership Skills

Course ID: 182665
Griffith College Dublin (GCD)
Dublin
12 weeks
1490
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Course Content

Learn new skills to improve employees’ motivation, enhance their commitment and increase return on investment.

Develop the leadership skills needed to motivate teams, strengthen commitment, and drive measurable results within your organisation. This course equips you to lead with confidence, build strong relationships, and create an environment where people perform at their best.

Designed for aspiring, new, and experienced managers, supervisors, and team leaders, this in-depth programme explores what effective leadership looks like in practice, equipping you to balance team needs, individual performance, and organisational goals.

Validated by Griffith College, this course focuses on professional skill development. While it sits outside the national framework, it delivers practical, industry-relevant learning you can apply immediately.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for:

  • Aspiring leaders preparing to step into management roles
  • New managers looking to build confidence and capability
  • Experienced supervisors and team leaders aiming to enhance their leadership impact
  • Professionals seeking to improve team performance and engagement

What you’ll gain:

  • The ability to build trust, inspire ownership, and develop high-performing teams
  • Practical coaching techniques to improve performance and achieve results
  • Greater self-awareness to understand your leadership style and its impact on others
  • Stronger communication skills to lead effective conversations and support team development
  • Proven problem-solving approaches to enhance decision-making and outcomes
  • A personalised action plan to apply your learning directly within your organisation

You’ll also explore how leadership is shaped by both natural traits and learned behaviours—helping you define your own leadership style and grow with confidence.

Course Details

Course LocationDublin
Location PostcodeDublin 8
Course CategoryLeadership, Business
Course TypeClassroom Based
Course QualificationProfessional Qualification
Awarding Body DetailsProfessional Diploma in Leadership Skills
Course Start Date20th October 2026
Course End Date19th January 2027
Course Duration12 weeks
Course TimeOnline Delivery: Classes will be delivered live online using Zoom and will commence on Wednesday, 28th October 2026. Year 2026 Oct: 28 Nov: 04, 11,18, 25 Dec: 02, 09, 16 Jan: 06, 13, 20, 27 On-Campus Delivery: Classes will commence on Tuesday, 20th October 2026. Year 2026 Oct: 20, 27 Nov: 03, 10, 17, 24 Dec: 01, 08, 15 Jan: 05, 12, 19
Course Fee1490
Entry RequirementsAll applicants must be a user of Microsoft Office.
Applicants under 23 years of age:
Minimum 5 O6s/H7s in the Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent award
Or FETAC Level 5 Full Award

Applicants over the age of 23 (Mature students):
Direct entry - If you are 23 years or over from the 1st January of this year, you can apply for this course directly using the College’s online application form.
Career PathWhat further study can I do?
Graduates from this course may be interested in progressing to the BA in Business at Griffith College or the Effective Public Speaking course, subject to satisfying the English Language requirements, where necessary.

What career paths could I have?
The Diploma in Leadership Skills is the perfect foundation for participants who wish to increase company productivity through developing skilled and able leaders in the workplace.

Course Provider

Griffith College Dublin (GCD)

South Circular Road, Dublin City South, Dublin, Republic of Ireland. Eircode: D08V04N

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